Courtroom Coup: South Korea’s PM Reinstated as Acting President

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In a dramatic twist, South Korea’s constitutional court has overturned the impeachment of Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, reinstating him as the nation’s acting president. This ruling marks a significant turn in the ongoing political turmoil that has gripped the country since President Yoon Suk Yeol’s controversial attempt to declare martial law last December.

A Tumultuous Turn of Events

Han Duck-soo initially stepped in as acting president when President Yoon was suspended and impeached by parliament following his martial law bid. However, Han’s brief two-week tenure ended when lawmakers moved to impeach him as well, shifting power to Deputy Prime Minister Choi Sang-mok. The impeachment of Han was seen as a strategic move by opposition lawmakers who had hoped his leadership would pave the way for further action against Yoon.

But in a stunning reversal, the constitutional court ruled 7-1 to overturn Han’s impeachment. “I thank the Constitutional Court for its wise decision,” Han stated following the verdict. “I will work to bring the government to order,” he added, signaling his intent to stabilize a government rocked by persistent upheaval.

The Broader Political Landscape

This court decision arrives amid a broader atmosphere of uncertainty. South Korea’s political arena remains on edge, as the same constitutional court is expected to soon rule on the fate of President Yoon’s impeachment. Yoon’s suspension dates back to December 14, and his future hangs in the balance—if the court upholds his impeachment, he will remain out of power; if overturned, he will reclaim his presidential duties immediately.

The nation has witnessed swelling protests from both supporters and detractors of President Yoon, with hundreds of thousands taking to the streets of Seoul in recent weeks. The unfolding drama highlights deep divisions within the country and underscores the high stakes of South Korea’s ongoing political battle.

What’s Next?

As Han Duck-soo now assumes the role of acting president once more, all eyes turn to the upcoming court decision on President Yoon’s impeachment. With the political landscape in flux, South Korea stands at a critical juncture—where each judicial ruling could redefine the country’s future governance.

Join the conversation: What do you think this latest twist means for South Korea’s political stability?

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